Crisp & Creamy Cucumber Apple Egg Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad combining the crispness of cucumber, the sweetness of apple, and the richness of boiled eggs, perfect for your Noche Buena celebration or any festive meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for boiling eggs)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Filipino (Noche Buena, Holiday Food)
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
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1 Cucumber
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4 Eggs (boiled)
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1 Apple
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2 Tomatoes
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1 small Onion
For the Dressing:
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1/4 cup Mayonnaise
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Juice of 1 Lemon
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Salt and Pepper to taste
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Instructions
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Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin slices.
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Peel the boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces.
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Core and chop the apple into bite-sized pieces.
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Dice the tomatoes and onions.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine all the salad ingredients (cucumber, eggs, apple, tomatoes, and onions).
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
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Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
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Chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
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You can add herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor.
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Adjust the dressing according to your taste, adding more mayo for a creamier salad or more lemon for tanginess.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 150-200 kcal (depending on dressing portion)
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg